crucify

definition: to criticize harshly or violently
example:
speech part: verb
synonyms: blast
definition: to hold within limits and control
example:
speech part: verb
synonyms: mortify
definition: to treat cruelly
example:
speech part: verb
synonyms: torment
definition: to nail onto a cross, often leading to death
example: Criminals were crucified in ancient times.
speech part: verb
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